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Page 1: ...Installation Guide Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology For Europe and APAC Version 1 2 ...

Page 2: ...ithout notice You may refer to the SolarEdge web site www solaredge com for the most updated version All company and brand products and service names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders Patent marking notice see http www solaredge com patent The general terms and conditions of delivery of SolarEdge shall apply The content of these documents is continually reviewed a...

Page 3: ...t does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to...

Page 4: ...timisers in Strings 18 Step 4 Verifying Proper Power Optimiser Connection 19 Chapter 3 Installing the Primary and Secondary Unit s 21 Primary Unit Package Contents 21 Secondary Unit Package Contents 21 Identifying the Units 21 Primary Unit Interface 22 Connection Unit Interface 26 Secondary Unit Interface 28 Mounting and Connecting the Primary and Secondary Unit s 28 Chapter 4 Connecting the AC an...

Page 5: ...80 Appendix B Mechanical Specifications 82 Primary Unit and Connection Unit 82 Secondary Unit 82 Appendix C SafeDC 83 Appendix D External Fan Maintenance and Replacement 84 Fan Maintenance 84 External Fan Replacement 84 Appendix E Replacing System Components 87 Replacing the Primary Unit 87 Replacing a Secondary Unit 89 Replacing the Connection Unit 89 Replacing Power Optimisers 91 Appendix F Dete...

Page 6: ...United Kingdom 44 0800 028 1183 US Canada 1 510 498 3200 ussupport solaredge com Greece 49 89 454 59730 support solaredge com Israel 972 073 240 3122 Middle East Africa 972 073 240 3118 South Africa 27 0800 982 659 Turkey 90 216 706 1929 Worldwide 972 073 240 3118 Before contact make sure to have the following information at hand Model and serial number of the product in question The error indicat...

Page 7: ...LED table deleted no AC power row in Inverter firmware upgrade row changed blinking to alternating added a comment and footnote and separated the Percentage of AC Production table form the main table Changed clearance between inverters to 5 cm Grid Connection Guidelines In some countries the SolarEdge three phase inverters can be connected to 220 230 V L delta grids Added 220 230 V L Mounting and ...

Page 8: ...proceed beyond a warning note until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met CAUTION Denotes a hazard It calls attention to a procedure that if not correctly performed or adhered to could result in damage or destruction of the product Do not proceed beyond a caution sign until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met NOTE Denotes additional information about the current s...

Page 9: ...nverter WARNING Do not touch the PV panels or any rail system connected when the inverter switch is ON unless grounded WARNING SafeDC complies with IEC60947 3 when installing the system with a worst case SafeDC voltage under fault conditions 120V The worst case voltage is defined as Voc max String Length 1 1V where Voc max Maximum Voc at lowest temperature of the PV module in the string for a stri...

Page 10: ...nstallation maintenance and support are the responsibility of the installer Damage to the inverter due to incorrect interlock installation or use of an interlock that is incompatible with the SolarEdge system will render the SolarEdge warranty invalid NOTE The following warning symbols appear on the inverter warning label Risk of electric shock Risk of electric shock from energy stored in the capa...

Page 11: ...independent Maximum Power Point Tracking MPPT at the module level The power optimizers regulate the string voltage at a constant level regardless of string length and environmental conditions The power optimizers include a safety voltage function that automatically reduces the output of each power optimizer to 1 Vdc in the following cases During fault conditions The power optimizers are disconnect...

Page 12: ...ts it to the SolarEdge monitoring platform requires Internet or Cellular connection The inverter is comprised of one Primary Unit with an integrated Connection Unit with a DC Safety Switch referred to as Connection Unit in this manual for disconnecting the DC power of a SolarEdge system and of one or two Secondary Units depending on the inverter s capacity The Secondary Unit s are connected to the...

Page 13: ...vating and Commissioning the System Using SetApp page 43 5 Configuring the System Using SetApp page 49 6 Setting Up Communication page 61 Installation Equipment List Standard tools can be used during the installation of the SolarEdge system The following is a recommendation of the equipment needed for installation Allen screwdriver for 5mm screw type for the inverter cover Connection Unit cover an...

Page 14: ...may also need the following For Ethernet CAT5 6 twisted pair Ethernet cable with RJ45 connector If using a CAT5 6 cable spool RJ45 plug and RJ45 crimper For RS485 Four or six wire shielded twisted pair cable Watchmaker precision screwdriver set For secondary grounding Ring terminal crimper for the AC wire Ring terminal Serrated washer Grounding screw Two washers Chapter 1 Introducing the SolarEdge...

Page 15: ...ble connector is prohibited and will void the warranty CAUTION All PV modules must be connected to a power optimizer CAUTION If you intend to mount the optimizers directly to the module or module frame first consult the module manufacturer for guidance regarding the mounting location and the impact if any on module warranty Drilling holes in the module frame should be done according to the module ...

Page 16: ...be obtained verifying the compatibility of the connectors Installation Guidelines Frame mounted power optimizers are mounted directly on the module frame regardless of racking system rail less or with rails For installation of frame mounted power optimizers refer to http www solaredge com sites default files installing_frame_mounted_ power_optimizers pdf The steps in this chapter refer to module a...

Page 17: ...tely shaded modules may cause their power optimizers to temporarily shut down This will not affect the performance of the other power optimizers in the string as long as the minimum number of unshaded power optimizers connected in a string of modules is met If under typical conditions fewer than the minimum optimizers are connected to unshaded modules add more optimizers to the string To allow for...

Page 18: ...y Use a torque wrench or an electric drill with adjustable clutch that meets the mounting torque requirements Do not use impact drivers for mounting the power optimizer Do not drill through the power optimizer or through the mounting holes 3 Attach each power optimizer to the rack using M6 1 4 stainless steel bolts nuts and washers or other appropriate mounting hardware Apply torque of 9 10 N m 6 ...

Page 19: ...Use at least 11 AWG 4 mm DC cables The total conductor length of the string excluding power optimizers conductors including home runs and necessary extensions between optimizers should not exceed 2300 ft 700 m from DC to DC of the inverter NOTE The DC bus of each unit is separate and not shared for all units Therefore in addition to following the inverter design rules each unit should follow the u...

Page 20: ... in a string then 10V should be produced Make sure the PV modules are exposed to sunlight during this process The power optimizer will only turn ON if the PV module provides at least 2W In SolarEdge systems due to the introduction of poweroptimizers between the PV modules and the inverter the short circuit current ISC and the open circuit voltage VOC hold different meanings from those in tradition...

Page 21: ...oltmeter with at least 0 1V measurement accuracy NOTE Since the inverter is not yet operating you may measure the string voltage and verify correct polarity on the DC wires inside the Connection Unit For troubleshooting power optimizer operation problems refer to Power Optimizer Troubleshooting on page 78 Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN 01 00402 1 2 20 Step 4 Verifyin...

Page 22: ...len screws for fastening the unit to the mounting bracket Level for marking the mounting brackets positions Cable lock s For built in wireless communication antenna and mounting bracket Installation guide Secondary Unit Package Contents Secondary Unit Mounting bracket kit Two Allen screws for fastening the unit to the mounting bracket Identifying the Units The stickers on the Primary Unit and on t...

Page 23: ...ng an optional secondary grounding cable AC and DC conduit entries Connection points of the Connection Unit Two communication glands For connection of communication options Each gland has three openings Refer to Setting Up Communication on page 61 for more information ON OFF P Switch Figure 7 ON OFF P switch Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN 01 00402 1 2 22 Primary Unit...

Page 24: ...to P for less than 5 seconds then released Displays production information for 5 seconds on the SetApp screen Displays error type indications if exist for 5 seconds Activates the Wi Fi access point for connecting to the SolarEdge Inverter SetApp While the switch is in P all LEDs are ON Switch moved to P for more than 5 seconds then released Starts pairing WARNING Upon PVRSS the internal circuitry ...

Page 25: ...is communicating with the monitoring platform Green ON the system is producing Green blinking AC is connected but the system is not producing Red ON system error Figure 8 LEDs 1 Blinking Turns ON and OFF for the same duration 2 Flickering Turns ON for 100 mS and turns OFF for 5 seconds 3 Alternating Alternate LEDs flash Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN 01 00402 1 2 24 ...

Page 26: ... OFF ON S_OK ON No S_OK OFF Night mode no production OFF Flickering S_OK ON No S_OK OFF Inverter is OFF Safe DC OFF 0 OFF Blinking Inverter is OFF DC not safe Blinking Blinking S_OK ON No S_OK OFF Inverter configuration or reboot ON P ON ON ON Inverter firmware upgrade ON P Alternating Alternating Alternating The upgrade process can take up to 20 minutes Error Any ON ON OFF Blinking Flickering ON ...

Page 27: ...ge of AC Production 66 100 OFF ON ON Connection Unit Interface The Connection Unit is part of the Primary Unit There are two types of Connection Units with MC4 connectors See Figure 10 or with cable glands for DC connection see Figure 11 Figure 9 Connection Unit front and side interface Safety Switch a manually operated safety switch for disconnecting the DC power of the SolarEdge system Cables fo...

Page 28: ... MC4 Connectors bottom interface for 1 Secondary Unit left for 2 Secondary Units right Figure 11 Connection Unit with glands bottom interface for 1 Secondary Unit left for 2 Secondary Units right AC output cable gland for connection to the grid M50 20 38mm diameter AC protective earth gland cable gland for grounding 9 16 mm diameter Communication gland for connection of communication options Refer...

Page 29: ...ter is typically mounted vertically and the instructions in this section are applicable for vertical installation Some SolarEdge inverters model can be installed horizontally above 10 tilt as well as vertically For information and instructions for horizontal mounting refer to http www solaredge com sites default files application_note_horizontal_ mounting_of_three_phase_inverters pdf First mount t...

Page 30: ...OTE The Primary unit is longer than the Secondary Unit therefore make sure the mounting location is high enough to fit the Primary Unit and leaves sufficient space for cable entry If installing a single inverter At least 20 cm 8 from the top and bottom of each unit For the Primary Unit make sure to leave sufficient clearance for cable entry 3 cm 1 2 from the right and left of the unit If installin...

Page 31: ...ark the required drilling holes locations The distance between neighboring holes from different brackets should be 9 cm 3 5 8 Figure 14 to ensure a distance of 1 2 3 cm between inverter units NOTE Make sure to maintain the required distance between brackets and units otherwise the cables connecting the Secondary Unit s to the Connection Unit may not reach the connectors 1 Annual average high tempe...

Page 32: ...orrespond to a distance of 3 cm between units d Put in the screws without tightening in order to correct positioning 4 Mount the Primary Unit bracket and put in the screws 5 Tighten the Primary Unit screws all the way and verify that the bracket is firmly attached to the mounting surface 6 Mount the Primary Unit a Lift the Primary Unit from its sides b Align the two indentations in the enclosure w...

Page 33: ...lling a 2 unit inverter mount the Secondary Unit to the left of the Primary Unit Lift the Secondary Unit s from the sides or hold it at the top and bottom of the unit to lift into place Align the two indentations in the enclosure with the two triangular mounting tabs of the bracket and lower the unit until it rests on the bracket evenly see Figure 16 Insert one of the supplied screws through the o...

Page 34: ...ion connector AC cable to AC connector Position the cable so that the arrows are facing you Plug the AC cable into the Secondary Unit Rotate the cable connector clockwise to fasten it Figure 18 Connecting the AC connector to a Secondary Unit NOTE When connecting the AC cable to the left Secondary Unit loop the cable see the following figure to prevent pressure on the gland Chapter 3 Installing the...

Page 35: ...aking sure that the orientation of the printed text on the lock is correct Push the parts together until they click to lock To open the lock use a flat bladed screwdriver Figure 20 Cable lock DC cables to DC and DC connectors Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN 01 00402 1 2 34 Mounting and Connecting the Primary and Secondary Unit s ...

Page 36: ...Figure 21 Connecting the DC wires Chapter 3 Installing the Primary and Secondary Unit s 35 Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN 01 00402 1 2 ...

Page 37: ...e Inverters for Delta Grids application note https www solaredge com sites default files se_three_phase_ inverters_for_delta_grids pdf Supported Countries application note to confirm compatibilityhttp www solaredge com sites default files se_ inverters_supported_countries pdf installing without confirmation may void the inverter warranty For recommended circuit breaker size per model refer to Dete...

Page 38: ... lengths Therefore they do not need to have the same number of power optimizers as long as the length of each string is within the permitted range WARNING Turn OFF the AC before connecting the AC terminals If connecting equipment grounding wire connect it before connecting the AC Line and Neutral wires NOTE It is recommended to connect communication connections Setting Up Communication on page 61 ...

Page 39: ...ease the six Allen screws and carefully move the cover horizontally before lowering it CAUTION When removing the cover make sure not to damage internal components SolarEdge will not be held responsible for any components damaged as a result of incautious cover removal 3 Remove the terminal block cover 4 Strip the required length of the external and internal cables insulation Figure 23 Insulation s...

Page 40: ...he Lugs Bolt hole size M 5 16 Compression lugs only no mechanical lugs Compression lugs of the one hole standard barrel 600v type 4 0 lugs shall be of the narrow tongue type Maximum wire size 120mm Maximum lug tongue thickness 4mm Maximum lug tongue width 23mm 10 Connect the wires to the terminal blocks with a proper tool according to the labels on the terminals Wire type Connect to terminal Line ...

Page 41: ...w the unit design rules as detailed in Technical Specifications Inverters may have a different number of pairs of DC input terminals depending on the inverter power rating If more strings are required they can be connected in parallel using an external combiner box before connecting to the Connection Unit strings connected to different units cannot be combined When connecting multiple strings it i...

Page 42: ...the release mechanism and open the clamp c Insert the wire into the top opening see Figure 26 d Remove the screwdriver the wire is automatically clamped CAUTION Ensure that the Plus wire is connected to the terminal and that the Minus wire is connected to the Minus terminal connector Figure 26 DC Spring clamp terminals 5 Close the Connection Unit cover Attach the switch cover and secure it by tigh...

Page 43: ...sing current is 300 mA per unit If an external RCD is required by local regulations check which type of RCD is required for the relevant electric code Install the residual current device RCD in accordance with the applicable local standards and directives SolarEdge recommends using a type A RCD When required by local regulations the use of an RCD type B is permitted Use at least 600mA RCD for a 2 ...

Page 44: ...d the inverter and the system firmware is upgraded Before activation download register first time only and log in to SetApp on your mobile device Internet connection is required for the download and for the one time registration Verify that the application is updated with the latest version To activate the inverter 1 Turn ON the AC circuit breaker on the main distribution panel 2 Move the Connecti...

Page 45: ... turning ON the circuit breaker on the main distribution panel If not already ON move the Connection Unit switch to the ON position Open SetApp and follow the instructions on the screen scan the inverter bar code move the ON OFF P switch to P position for less than 5 sec and release The mobile device creates a Wi Fi connection with the inverter and displays the main Commissioning screen In the mai...

Page 46: ... startup process begins Since the inverter is ON the power optimizers start producing power and the inverter starts converting AC WARNING When you turn ON the inverter ON OFF P switch the DC cables carry a high voltage and the power optimizers no longer output a safe 1V output When the inverter starts converting power after the initial connection to the AC the inverter enters Wakeup mode until its...

Page 47: ... www solaredge com sites default files solaredge communication_options_application_note_v2_250_and_above pdf Power Control Power control options are detailed in the Power Control Application Note available on the SolarEdge website at https www solaredge com sites default files application_note_power_control_ configuration pdf The Grid Control option may be disabled Enabling it opens additional opt...

Page 48: ...note pdf Firmware Upgrade Perform a software upgrade Diagnostics Displays the Isolation status and power optimizer status screens Refer to https www solaredge com sites default files application_note_isolation_ fault_troubleshooting pdf Activate Standby Mode Enables disables Standby Mode for remote commissioning Grid Protection Available in specific countries Enables viewing and setting grid prote...

Page 49: ...erter This inverter the inverter s ID Meter Energy meter ID up to 3 meters can be connected ZB ZigBee Plug in MAC address WiFi Wi Fi MAC address Error Log Displays the last five errors and enables resetting clearing the log Warning Log Displays the last five warnings and enables resetting clearing the log Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN 01 00402 1 2 48 Step 2 Commissi...

Page 50: ...d in the following sections The LED indication provides more information about system performance Refer to LEDs on page 23 To access the Status screen From the Commissioning menu select Status The main inverter Status screen is displayed see below A red or orange icon for example may appear at the top left corner of a status cell indicating an error The color indicates error severity red is top se...

Page 51: ...r Voltage Vac The AC output voltage Frequency The AC output frequency P_OK xxx of yyy There is a connection to the power optimizers and at least one power optimizer is sending monitoring data XXX is the number of power optimizers for which telemetries have been received in the last two hours YYY is the number of paired power optimizers identified during the most recent pairing process If XXX and Y...

Page 52: ...the Power Control Application Note available on the SolarEdge website at https www solaredge com sites default files application_note_power_ control_configuration pdf Limit The inverter maximum output power Country The selected country and grid setting Voltage Vdc The DC input voltage Temp C or F The inverter heat sink temperature Fan Provides information about the fan status OK or Not working For...

Page 53: ...verter in a chain bus and the master inverter status For inverters with secondary units the status of secondary units is displayed on the screen If a secondary unit is not operating its column is grayed out Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN 01 00402 1 2 52 Viewing System Status ...

Page 54: ... Secondary 1 N C Voltage N A P_OK N A Temperature N A Fan N A Primary SN 07318000C Voltage 850 Vdc P_OK 47 0f 47 Temperature 156 F Fan OK Secondary 2 SN 07318000E Voltage 850 Vdc P_OK 47 0f 47 Temperature 156 F Fan OK Switch Off Production disabled Commissioning Site status Production The AC output power Chapter 5 Activating Commissioning and Configuring the System Using the Inverter SetApp 53 Thr...

Page 55: ...e primary unit of the master inverter Refer to Main Inverter Status on page 50 for detailed information Inverter Units Displays the status parameters of the master s primary unit and secondary units Refer to the values description in the Main Inverter Status section above Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN 01 00402 1 2 54 Viewing System Status ...

Page 56: ...ot Connected Refer to Troubleshooting Communication on page 80 S_OK The connection to the monitoring platform is successful should appear only if the inverter is connected to the server N A Not Applicable x of y Number of devices connected out of all devices Temporarily displayed with a clock sign Initializing communication Connecting to a network Connecting to SolarEdge servers Error message with...

Page 57: ...y If an external meter is installed the value displayed in this line depends on the meter type connected to the inverter and its location If a bidirectional meter is connected at the consumption point this value is the consumed energy If the meter is installed at the production point this value is the energy produced by the site If the meter is installed at the grid connection point this value is ...

Page 58: ...ower Energy The total energy read by the meter The value displayed in this line depends on the meter type connected to the inverter and its location If a bidirectional meter is connected at the consumption point this value is the consumed energy If the meter is installed at the production connection point this value is the energy produced by the site If the meter is installed at the grid connectio...

Page 59: ... Logical Layout Shows a schematic tree layout of the components in the system such as inverters strings modules meters and sensors as well as their electrical connectivity This view enables you to see which modules are connected in each string which strings are connected to each inverter and so on Physical Layout Provides a bird s eye view of the actual placement of modules in the site and allows ...

Page 60: ...re information refer to https www solaredge com products installer tools designer Mapper Application Use the Mapper smart phone application to scan the power optimizer and inverter 2D bar codes and create a virtual map of a PV site for enhanced monitoring and easier maintenance Th Mapper application is integrated with the monitoring platform and enables Simple on site registration of new systems C...

Page 61: ...etails about its logical and physical mapping Using a Paper Template Fill out the Physical Layout Template downloadable from the SolarEdge website http www solaredge com files pdfs physical layout template pdf using the detachable 2D barcode stickers on each power optimizer Once the form is completed use the Mapper to scan the 2D codes and create the map in the monitoring platform Optionally you c...

Page 62: ...lave configuration Communication setup is not required for power harvesting however it is needed for using the monitoring platform NOTE It is recommended to connect communication connections before connecting the AC for easier access to the communication board CAUTION When connecting the communication cables make sure that the ON OFF P switch on the Connection Unit is turned OFF and the AC is turn...

Page 63: ...ltiple inverters over the same bus such that connecting only one inverter to the Internet is sufficient to provide communication services for all the inverters on the bus RS485 1 has built in surge protection RS485 2 Enables connection of non SolarEdge devices For connection instructions refer to Creating an RS485 Bus Connection on page 70 GSM This wireless communication option purchased separatel...

Page 64: ...ng Functionality Primary Unit 1 two large openings 4 5 7 mm Cellular one small opening 2 4 mm external antenna cable 2 three large openings 2 5 5 mm power reduction and RS485 2 Connection Unit 1 three openings Ethernet connection CAT5 6 and RS485 1 Figure 28 Primary Unit Figure 29 Connection Unit bottom Chapter 6 Setting Up Communication 63 Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation...

Page 65: ...ect RS485 wires to the terminal blocks on the Connection Unit Communication Board For more information see Connection Unit Communication Board on page 65 RS485 2 connect a non SolarEdge device such as a meter or a third party data logger to the RS485 2 connector Every pair of in and out wires are connected to the same pin Power Reduction Interface PRI Connect a power reduction device See applicati...

Page 66: ...t Cover If the Connection Unit is not already removed remove it as described in the following section To remove the Connection Unit cover 1 Turn OFF the inverter ON OFF switch and wait until the green LED is blinking indicating that the DC voltage is safe 50V or wait five minutes before continuing to the next step 2 Disconnect the AC to the inverter by turning OFF the circuit breakers on the distr...

Page 67: ...ble specifications Cable type a shielded Ethernet cable Cat5 5E STP may be used Maximum distance between the inverter and the router 100 m 330 ft NOTE If using a cable longer than 10 m 33 ft in areas where there is a risk of induced voltage surges by lightning it is recommend to use external surge protection devices For details refer to http www solaredge com files pdfs lightning_surge_ protection...

Page 68: ...twisted pairs as shown in the diagram below Wire colors may differ from one cable to another You can use either wiring standard as long as both sides of the cable have the same pin out and color coding RJ45 Pin Wire Color 1 10Base T Signal 100Base TX Signal T568B T568A 1 White Orange White Green Transmit 2 Orange Green Transmit 3 White Green White Orange Receive 4 Blue Blue Reserved 5 White Blue W...

Page 69: ...ove the cable s external insulation using a crimping tool or cable cutter and expose eight wires c Insert the eight wires into an RJ45 connector as described Figure 34 d Use a crimping tool to crimp the connector e Connect the Ethernet connector to the RJ45 port on the communication board as shown in Figure 34 Figure 36 Connection Unit Communication board Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technolo...

Page 70: ...AN If reconfiguration is required a Verify the ON OFF switch is OFF b Verify the AC is on c Close the cover and turn ON the Connection Unit WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Do not touch uninsulated wires when the Connection Unit cover is removed d Use the SolarEdge SetApp to access the Commissioning main menu screen as described in Communication on page 45 e From the main menu tap Communication The...

Page 71: ...eir RS485 connectors thus allowing to connect only the master inverter to the monitoring platform The first and last inverters in the chain must be terminated as described in RS485 Bus Configuration on page 73 RS485 wiring specifications Cable type Min 3 wire shielded twisted pair a shielded Ethernet cable Cat5 5E STP may be used Wire cross section 0 2 1 mm 24 18 AWG Maximum distance between first...

Page 72: ... through the gland and through the gland opening in the Connection Unit Figure 37 Inserting communication cables 3 Remove the seal from one of the openings in the communication glandand insert the wire through the opening 4 Pull out both 3 pin RS485 terminal blocks as shown below Figure 38 RS485 connectors and termination switch Chapter 6 Setting Up Communication 71 Three Phase Inverter with Syner...

Page 73: ...wire is used for all A pins the same color for all B pins and the same color for all G pins The wire for G is not from the same twisted pair as A or B 7 Connect all B A and G pins in all inverters The following figure shows this connection schema Figure 40 Connecting the inverters on a bus 8 Tighten the terminal blocks screws 9 Check that the wires are fully inserted and cannot be pulled out easil...

Page 74: ...cess the Commissioning menu screen as described in Communication on page 45 5 From the Commissioning menu tap Communication The Communication screen is displayed 6 Select the following to configure the connection Server è LAN RS485 1 è Protocol è SolarEdge Master RS485 1 è Slave Detect The system starts automatic detection of the slave inverters connected to the master inverter The inverter should...

Page 75: ...witch to P position for less than 5 sec and release The mobile device creates a Wi Fi connection with the inverter and displays the main Commissioning screen 3 Check that S_OK Server Connected status appears in the main inverter section Status Inverter SN 07318000C Power 100 kW Voltage 277 Vac Frequency 60 9 Hz P_OK 138 of 141 Optimizers Connected S_OK Server Connected Status Production Switch ON ...

Page 76: ...AN Connected RS485 1 SE Slave NC RS485 2 Modbus 2 of 2 Cellular N A Wi Fi NC ZigBee MP Slave M not Found Chapter 6 Setting Up Communication 75 Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN 01 00402 1 2 ...

Page 77: ...pes use the methods described below To identify the error type using the inverter LEDs 1 Move the ON OFF P switch to P position for less than 5 seconds and release it 2 Observe the LED lights and use the following table to identity the error type For more information refer to https www solaredge com leds Error type LED color and state Red Green Blue Arc detected ON OFF OFF Isolation or RCD problem...

Page 78: ...Inverter menu 3 Click the Errors tab The list is displayed Figure 42 Inverter details Error list Appendix A Errors and Troubleshooting 77 Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN 01 00402 1 2 ...

Page 79: ... optimizer s output is disconnected Connect all power optimizer outputs String voltage not 0V but lower than number of optimizers Power optimizer s not connected in the string Connect all power optimizers Module s not connected properly to power optimizer inputs not applicable to smart modules Connect the modules to the optimizer inputs String reverse polarity Check string polarity using a voltmet...

Page 80: ...nd that no module outputs are connected without a power optimizer If the problem persists proceed to the next step Power optimizer s malfunction 1 Disconnect the wires connecting the power optimizers in the string 2 Measure the output voltage of each power optimizer to locate the power optimizer that does not output 1V safety voltage If a malfunctioning power optimizeris located check its connecti...

Page 81: ...t access is unavailable contact your IT admin or your internet provider For Wi Fi networks ensure that user name and password are as defined in the internet provider AP router No connection to SolarEdge servers Ping or connection to SolarEdge server failed Check the SolarEdge server address under LAN Conf sub menu Address prod solaredge com Port 22222 Check with your network administrator whether ...

Page 82: ... option is properly configured 4 Use a method independent of the SolarEdge device to check whether the network and modem are operating properly For example connect a laptop to the Ethernet router and connect to the Internet 5 Check whether a firewall or another type of network filter is blocking communication Appendix A Errors and Troubleshooting 81 Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Ins...

Page 83: ...on Unit and Secondary Unit Primary Unit and Connection Unit Figure 43 Primary Unit and Connection Unit front side and rear views Secondary Unit Figure 44 Secondary Unit front side and rear views Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN 01 00402 1 2 82 Appendix B MechanicalSpecifications ...

Page 84: ...FF P switch located at the bottom of the inverter to OFF or disconnect the AC by shutting off the AC breaker at the site The DC voltage displayed on the SetApp screen begins to decrease 2 When the DC voltage reaches a safe voltage the PV connectors at the input to the inverter can be disconnected A galvanic separation then exists between the PV array and the inverter WARNING SafeDC complies with I...

Page 85: ...reen displays the status Not Working for the fan refer to Main Inverter Status on page 50 replace the fan as described in the next section External Fan Replacement 1 Turn OFF the inverter ON OFF P switch and wait until the green LED is blinking indicating that the DC voltage is safe 50V or wait five minutes before continuing to the next step 2 Disconnect the AC to the inverter by turning OFF the c...

Page 86: ...fan Figure 46 Fan connector 5 Connect the fan connector to the new fan 6 Close the fan door and fasten the cover screws Appendix D ExternalFan Maintenance and Replacement 85 Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN 01 00402 1 2 ...

Page 87: ...1 After powering up the inverter check the fan status on SetApp Select Commissioning è Status ð Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN 01 00402 1 2 86 ExternalFan Replacement ...

Page 88: ...LED light is on indicating a malfunction wait five minutes for the input capacitors of the inverter to discharge AVERTISSEMENT 2 Disconnect the AC to the inverter by turning OFF the circuit breakers on the distribution panel 3 For a 3 unit inverter first disconnect and remove the Secondary Unit on the right 4 Open the Primary Unit cover a Release the six Allen screws of the cover b Tilt the top of...

Page 89: ...ry Unit on the mounting bracket insert the screw securing the Primary Unit through the right side of the heat sink and into the bracket 9 Connect the DC AC wires and the communication connectors to the Primary Unit 10 For a 3 unit inverter reconnect the AC DC and comm cables from the Connection Unit to the right Secondary Unit 11 Close the Primary Unit cover 12 Perform the commissioning steps as d...

Page 90: ... on the mounting bracket 6 Insert one of the supplied screws through the outer side of the heat sink and into the bracket 7 Perform pairing as described in Activating Commissioning and Configuring the System Using the Inverter SetApp on page 43 Replacing the Connection Unit Removing the Connection Unit 1 Turn OFF the Inverter ON OFF switch and wait until the green LED is blinking indicating that t...

Page 91: ...fully remove the Connection Unit with its mounting bracket from the wall Installing a New Connection Unit 1 Position the new Connection Unit below the inverter and from the inside of the Primary Unit grab the AC and DC wires extending from the switch conduits 2 Securely screw the two conduit nuts onto the conduit ends in the inverter 3 Attach the Connection Unit with its bracket to the wall and ti...

Page 92: ...urn OFF the inverter ON OFF switch and wait until the LCD green light is blinking or wait five minutes before continuing to the next step WARNING If a malfunction is indicated by the LEDs wait five minutes for the input capacitors of the inverter to discharge 2 Turn OFF the AC breaker and distribution panel on the main distribution panel 3 Disconnect and replace the necessary power optimizers 4 Pe...

Page 93: ...ree Phase Inverter Installations Using transformers in a commercial installation is optional In most cases a transformer is used to connect the installation to the medium voltage power grid The following figure illustrates a typical transformer and commercial three phase inverter installation topology Figure 50 Typicaltransformer and commercialthree phase inverter installation topology Three Phase...

Page 94: ...fect on the selection of circuit breakers and fuses at the different hierarchical levels of the installation topology see Figure 50 For an example of a calculation refer to Guidelines on the Short Circuit Current Rating for IndustrialControlPanels Short circuit current rating SCCR of industrialcontrolpanels To ensure that the circuit breaker and fuses trip as expected follow their manufacturers re...

Page 95: ...raction smaller than 0 5 round it down 3 To ensure that the selected circuit breaker trips as expected at minimum consider the following The circuit breaker rated voltage Temperature de rating due to both close proximity of other circuit breakers and the effect of ambient temperature on the distribution board De rating due to permanent load If the de rated current of the selected circuit breaker i...

Page 96: ... 23A 32A SE16K 25 5A 32A SE17K 26A 32A SE25K 38A 50A SE27 6K 40A 50A SE30K 36 5A 50A SE33 3K 40A 50A SE43 2KUS 120A 150A SE50K 76A 100A SE55K 80A 100A SE66 6KUS 80A 100A SE75K 120A 150A SE82 8K 120A 150A SE100KUS 120A 150A Appendix F Determining the Circuit Breaker Size 95 Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN 01 00402 1 2 ...

Page 97: ...voltage line to line line to neutral nominal 380 220 400 230 480 277 Vac AC output voltage range line to line range line to neutral range 318 460 184 264 5 432 528 249 3 304 7 Vac AC frequency 50 60 5 Hz Maximum continuous output current per phase 230V 76 80 120 A Maximum continuous output current per phase 277V 80 120 1 The SE66 6K and SE100K models require a medium voltage transformer 2 Availabl...

Page 98: ...ed Yes Maximum input voltage 1000 Vdc Nominal DC input voltage 750 850 Vdc 1 The SE66 6K and SE100K models require a medium voltage transformer 2 Available in the UK and Israel only 3 In some countries the SolarEdge three phase inverters can be connected to delta grids refer t o https www solaredge com sites default files se_three_phase_ inverters_for_delta_grids pdf and to Supported Countries app...

Page 99: ...rfaces RS485 Ethernet Wi Fi built in Cellular optional Rapid Shutdown Optional 4 Automatic upon AC Grid Disconnect RS485 Surge Protection Built in RS485 1 Connection Unit DC Disconnect 1000V 2 x 40A 1000V 3 x 40A 1000V 2 x 40A 1000V 3 x 40A DC Fuses on Plus Minus Optional 25A 1 The SE66 6K and SE100K models require a medium voltage transformer 2 Available in the UK and Israel only 3 Where permitte...

Page 100: ... units 2 3 2 3 mm AC Output Cable Cable range AC diameter 22 32 Cable range PE diameter 10 16 Cable range AC diameter 30 38 Cable range PE diameter 10 16 Cable range AC diameter 22 32 Cable range PE diameter 10 16 Cable range AC diameter 30 38 Cable range PE diameter 10 16 mm 1 The SE66 6K and SE100K models require a medium voltage transformer 2 Available in the UK and Israel only 3 For all standa...

Page 101: ...C4 pairs per unit AC Output wire Aluminum or Copper L N Up to 70 PE Up to 35 Aluminum or Copper L N Up to 95 PE Up to 50 Aluminum or Copper L N Up to 70 PE Up to 35 Aluminum or Copper L N Up to 95 PE Up to 50 Dimensions HxWxD Primary Unit 940x315x260 Secondary Unit 540x315x260 mm Weight Primary Unit 48 Secondary Unit 45 kg Operating humidity Relative Humidity up to 100 1 The SE66 6K and SE100K mod...

Page 102: ...ction rating IP65 Outdoor and indoor Mounting Bracket provided 1 The SE66 6K and SE100K models require a medium voltage transformer 2 Available in the UK and Israel only 3 De rating from 50 C refer to the application note at the following link http www solaredge com files pdfs se temperature derating note pdf SolarEdge Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN 01 00402 1 2 101 ...

Page 103: ... New Zealand 64 0800 144 875 US Canada 1 510 498 3200 United Kingdom 44 0800 028 1183 Republic of Ireland 353 1 800 901 575 Greece 49 89 454 59730 Israel 972 073 240 3122 Middle East Africa 972 073 240 3118 South Africa 27 0800 982 659 Turkey 90 216 706 1929 Worldwide 972 073 240 3118 lf you have technical queries concerning our products please contact our support through SolarEdge service portal ...

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